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Rugged Scotland
Drive through areas famed for landscape and
unspoilt breath-taking scenery. Discover rich
farmlands in the South, historic houses and castles,
and the islands sitting on the most north westerly
edge of Europe, the Outer Hebrides.
View from Wallace Monument, Stirling © VisitScotland & Kenny Lam
Uig
Dunvegan
Castle
8 days/7 nights Suggested Self-Drive
Eilean
Portree Donan
Castle
Isle of
Skye
Day 1: Edinburgh
Explore Edinburgh, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
SCOTLAND
Mallaig
Day 2: Edinburgh – Scottish Borders (142km)
At the southern gateway to Scotland lies the seductive Borders region, an
exciting area with an often bloody history.
Day 3: Edinburgh – Stirling – Oban (196km)
Travel to Stirling, pass through the traditional town of Callander, then via
Crianlarich to Oban along the beautiful shores of Loch Awe.
Day 4: Oban – Mull – Staffa
Explore the beautiful Isles of Mull and Staffa. Ferry over to Mull, a
spectacular, rocky island with views of unspoiled, rugged Scotland.
Embark on the sea journey to Staffa with columns forming the cathedral-
like structure of Fingal’s Cave. Visit the island of Iona and the abbey.
Day 5: Mull – Mallaig – Isle of Skye (198km)
A short ferry ride from Mull to Lochaline takes you to Morvern and
Ardnamurchan peninsulas, perfect for nature lovers seeking solitude
and rare species of wildlife. Cross over to the Isle of Skye and visit the
Armadale Castle and wander through the magnificent gardens.
Day 6: Isle of Skye
Enjoy a day on this dramatic island. Visit Dunvegan Castle, tour around
the island’s coastal road towards Uig, stop at Skye Folk Museum.
Day 7: Skye – Loch Ness/Invergarry – Glencoe (223km)
Travel back to the mainland via the Skye Bridge for magical views of
Eilean Donan Castle. Look out for Nessie as you drive alo